Logical Reasoning Questions (Critical Reasoning + Analytical Reasoning) for CLAT UG [Part 2]

Adtiya Aryan

12 January 20266 min read

1. Installing CCTV cameras in public places will reduce crime because people are afraid of being recorded. Which of the following options weakens the argument?

a. Cameras can help identify criminals.
b. Many crimes are committed despite the presence of cameras.
c. Cameras are expensive to install.
d. Police monitor CCTV footage.

2. A person travels 15 km eastward, followed by 8 km northward, and then 15 km westward. Determine the distance of the person from their initial location.

a. 0 km
b. 8 km
c. 15 km
d. 23 km

3. What essential assumption underpins the author’s argument that environmental harm will be reduced by prohibiting single-use plastics?

a. Plastic is cheap.
b. People dislike plastic.
c. Plastic causes environmental harm.
d. Alternatives are expensive.

4. Which statement would best support the assertion that frequent reading enhances critical thinking abilities?

a. Reading exposes people to diverse viewpoints.
b. Reading is a hobby.
c. Books are expensive.
d. Some people dislike reading.

5. If JUSTICE is coded as KVTVJEG, how is LAW coded?

a. MBX
b. LBX
c. MBY
d. LCX

6. What is the logical conclusion stemming from the argument that city cycling lanes have led to a notable reduction in pollution levels?

a. All citizens started cycling.
b. Cycling lanes contributed to reducing pollution.
c. Vehicles were banned.
d. Pollution disappeared completely.

7. Given that P is the mother of Q, and Q is the brother of R, what is the relationship between P and R?

a. Aunt
b. Mother
c. Sister
d. Grandmother

8. 3, 7, 15, 31, ?

a. 47
b. 61
c. 59
d. 63

9. If 1 January 2026 is a Thursday, what day is 8 January 2026?

a. Thursday
b. Friday
c. Saturday
d. Sunday

10. What conclusion can be drawn from the observation that traffic lessened after a city enhanced its bus schedule?

a. People stopped using cars completely.
b. Public transport helped reduce congestion.
c. Roads were widened.
d. Traffic ended.

11. The author argues that increasing the number of public libraries will improve reading habits among citizens because books will become more easily accessible. Which of the following is a valid assumption of the argument?

a. People want to develop reading habits.
b. Easier access to books encourages people to read more.
c. Libraries are expensive to maintain.
d. Digital books are unpopular.

12. The government asserts that imposing more severe traffic penalties will lead to a decrease in road accidents by compelling drivers to operate their vehicles more carefully. Which of the following statements weakens this claim?

a. Many drivers are unaware of traffic rules.
b. Traffic fines generate government revenue.
c. Road accidents often occur due to poor road infrastructure.
d. Traffic police enforce fines strictly.

13. Individuals should limit their time spent on social media platforms, as excessive use leads to anxiety and reduced productivity. What is the main conclusion drawn from this?

a. Social media causes anxiety.
b. Productivity is important.
c. Individuals should limit social media usage.
d. Social media is harmful.

14. A person starts from point X, walks 10 km north, then turns right and walks 6 km, then turns right again and walks 10 km. How far and in which direction is the person from the starting point?

a. 6 km East
b. 6 km West
c. 10 km East
d. 10 km West

15. Determine the tallest student from the group of five (A, B, C, D, and E) based on the following height comparisons:
C is taller than A, and A is taller than B.
E is taller than D, and D is taller than A.

a. A
b. B
c. C
d. E

Answers & Explanations

1. Correct Answer: B

Option A strengthens the argument by supporting crime reduction.

Option D strengthens the argument by supporting enforcement measures.

Option C is irrelevant as it focuses on cost, not effectiveness.

Hence, Option B weakens the argument by indicating that cameras are not a deterrent to crime.

2. Correct Answer: B

The movements to the east and west cancel each other out. Consequently, the only remaining net movement is toward the north, covering a distance of 8 km.

3. Correct Answer: C

Banning plastic will not mitigate the damage unless Option C is implemented. Options A, B and D are not relevant to the core logic of this argument.

4. Correct Answer: A

Option A is the only choice that directly supports the idea of reading enhancing thinking. The other options are either irrelevant to this point or contradict it.

5. Correct Answer: A

The rule for decoding is a simple shift: every letter moves one position forward in the alphabet (+1). For instance, ‘L’ transforms into ‘M’, ‘A’ into ‘B’, and ‘W’ into ‘X’. Option A adheres precisely to this decoding rule, making it the Correct answer. All other options fail to follow this specific pattern.

6. Correct Answer: B

Option A is too absolute, hence incorrect.

Option C lacks textual support.

Option D represents an extreme or exaggerated claim.

Hence, Option B is the correct choice, as it is a logical and moderate inference.

7. Correct Answer: B

Since Q and R are siblings and P is the mother of Q, it follows that P is also the mother of R, as siblings share the same mother.

8. Correct Answer: D

Pattern: the earlier number × 2 +1

So, 31×2 +1 = 63

9. Correct Answer: A

10. Correct Answer : B

Options A & D make extreme claims.

Option C is not mentioned in the source material.

Hence, Option B represents a reasonable conclusion.

11. Correct Answer : B

Option A is unnecessary because people can develop reading habits even without an initial interest.

Option C is not relevant to the improvement of reading habits.

Option D has no bearing on the argument.

Hence, the correct answer is Option B, as the central argument relies on the premise that greater access directly results in an increase in reading.

12. Correct Answer: C

Option A does not directly challenge the efficacy of fines.

Option B is not relevant to the goal of accident reduction.

Option D actually supports the argument being made.

Hence, the correct option C, weakens the argument because it suggests that fines may not address the underlying cause of accidents.

13. Correct Answer: C

Options A and B serve as supporting premises.

Option D is overly broad and does not represent the stated conclusion.

Therefore, Option C is the final claim put forth by the author.

14. Correct Answer: A

The movement is initially 10 km North, followed by 6 km East, and finally 10 km South.

Since the 10 km North and 10 km South movements oppose and neutralize each other, the overall displacement is the remaining eastward movement.

Final Displacement: 6 km East.

15. Correct Answer: D

From the statements:

C > A > B
E > D > A

So the full order (tallest to shortest): E > D > C > A > B

Hence, the tallest student is E (option D).

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Logical Reasoning Questions (Critical Reasoning + Analytical Reasoning) for CLAT UG [Part 2]

Adtiya Aryan

12 January 20266 min read

1. Installing CCTV cameras in public places will reduce crime because people are afraid of being recorded. Which of the following options weakens the argument?

a. Cameras can help identify criminals.
b. Many crimes are committed despite the presence of cameras.
c. Cameras are expensive to install.
d. Police monitor CCTV footage.

2. A person travels 15 km eastward, followed by 8 km northward, and then 15 km westward. Determine the distance of the person from their initial location.

a. 0 km
b. 8 km
c. 15 km
d. 23 km

3. What essential assumption underpins the author’s argument that environmental harm will be reduced by prohibiting single-use plastics?

a. Plastic is cheap.
b. People dislike plastic.
c. Plastic causes environmental harm.
d. Alternatives are expensive.

4. Which statement would best support the assertion that frequent reading enhances critical thinking abilities?

a. Reading exposes people to diverse viewpoints.
b. Reading is a hobby.
c. Books are expensive.
d. Some people dislike reading.

5. If JUSTICE is coded as KVTVJEG, how is LAW coded?

a. MBX
b. LBX
c. MBY
d. LCX

6. What is the logical conclusion stemming from the argument that city cycling lanes have led to a notable reduction in pollution levels?

a. All citizens started cycling.
b. Cycling lanes contributed to reducing pollution.
c. Vehicles were banned.
d. Pollution disappeared completely.

7. Given that P is the mother of Q, and Q is the brother of R, what is the relationship between P and R?

a. Aunt
b. Mother
c. Sister
d. Grandmother

8. 3, 7, 15, 31, ?

a. 47
b. 61
c. 59
d. 63

9. If 1 January 2026 is a Thursday, what day is 8 January 2026?

a. Thursday
b. Friday
c. Saturday
d. Sunday

10. What conclusion can be drawn from the observation that traffic lessened after a city enhanced its bus schedule?

a. People stopped using cars completely.
b. Public transport helped reduce congestion.
c. Roads were widened.
d. Traffic ended.

a. People want to develop reading habits.
b. Easier access to books encourages people to read more.
c. Libraries are expensive to maintain.
d. Digital books are unpopular.

a. Many drivers are unaware of traffic rules.
b. Traffic fines generate government revenue.
c. Road accidents often occur due to poor road infrastructure.
d. Traffic police enforce fines strictly.

13. Individuals should limit their time spent on social media platforms, as excessive use leads to anxiety and reduced productivity. What is the main conclusion drawn from this?

a. Social media causes anxiety.
b. Productivity is important.
c. Individuals should limit social media usage.
d. Social media is harmful.

14. A person starts from point X, walks 10 km north, then turns right and walks 6 km, then turns right again and walks 10 km. How far and in which direction is the person from the starting point?

a. 6 km East
b. 6 km West
c. 10 km East
d. 10 km West

a. A
b. B
c. C
d. E

Answers & Explanations

1. Correct Answer: B

Option A strengthens the argument by supporting crime reduction.

Option D strengthens the argument by supporting enforcement measures.

Option C is irrelevant as it focuses on cost, not effectiveness.

Hence, Option B weakens the argument by indicating that cameras are not a deterrent to crime.

2. Correct Answer: B

The movements to the east and west cancel each other out. Consequently, the only remaining net movement is toward the north, covering a distance of 8 km.

3. Correct Answer: C

Banning plastic will not mitigate the damage unless Option C is implemented. Options A, B and D are not relevant to the core logic of this argument.

4. Correct Answer: A

Option A is the only choice that directly supports the idea of reading enhancing thinking. The other options are either irrelevant to this point or contradict it.

5. Correct Answer: A

6. Correct Answer: B

Option A is too absolute, hence incorrect.

Option C lacks textual support.

Option D represents an extreme or exaggerated claim.

Hence, Option B is the correct choice, as it is a logical and moderate inference.

7. Correct Answer: B

Since Q and R are siblings and P is the mother of Q, it follows that P is also the mother of R, as siblings share the same mother.

8. Correct Answer: D

Pattern: the earlier number × 2 +1

So, 31×2 +1 = 63

9. Correct Answer: A

10. Correct Answer : B

Options A & D make extreme claims.

Option C is not mentioned in the source material.

Hence, Option B represents a reasonable conclusion.

11. Correct Answer : B

Option A is unnecessary because people can develop reading habits even without an initial interest.

Option C is not relevant to the improvement of reading habits.

Option D has no bearing on the argument.

Hence, the correct answer is Option B, as the central argument relies on the premise that greater access directly results in an increase in reading.

12. Correct Answer: C

Option A does not directly challenge the efficacy of fines.

Option B is not relevant to the goal of accident reduction.

Option D actually supports the argument being made.

Hence, the correct option C, weakens the argument because it suggests that fines may not address the underlying cause of accidents.

13. Correct Answer: C

Options A and B serve as supporting premises.

Option D is overly broad and does not represent the stated conclusion.

Therefore, Option C is the final claim put forth by the author.

14. Correct Answer: A

The movement is initially 10 km North, followed by 6 km East, and finally 10 km South.

Since the 10 km North and 10 km South movements oppose and neutralize each other, the overall displacement is the remaining eastward movement.

Final Displacement: 6 km East.

15. Correct Answer: D

From the statements:

C > A > B
E > D > A

So the full order (tallest to shortest): E > D > C > A > B

Hence, the tallest student is E (option D).

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